HOUSING AND LODGING

Lowden offers a diverse selection of well-maintained older and newer homes. It is evident in the homeowners' neat, clean homes and property that community pride is abundant.

 

Several apartment complexes, including the Cottage Square Apartments, a senior citizens housing complex, are located in the community. Lowden offers a wide selection of living choices at affordable rental rates.

Apartments
COTTAGE SQUARE
Sixteen one-bedroom apartments for senior citizens were built in 1990. The Cottage Square Apartment complex, located on Main Street between Jefferson and Hall Avenues includes four 4-plex apartment buildings and a central building with kitchen, dining and laundry use. This is an FMHA project, interested individuals can call 941-5301 for additional information.
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Lodging

GOODLOVE INN
A bed and breakfast that offers a peaceful retreat nestled in Iowa woods along the river. To inquire about a room, call 941-7572.

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LINCOLN HOTEL
The Lincoln Hotel, located at the intersection of Main and Washington Streets, is hotel/bed and breakfast. The building  was restored in 1995 after more than a half century of service to rail and automobile travelers along the Old Lincoln Highway. To reserve a guest room or inquire about the hotel, call 941-7563.

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Interested new-home builders can purchase lots in the Schwarz Addition or from Larre Petersen, Wes Griesbach or other available lots in town. The average cost of construction for housing is $70 per square foot*.

Building permits are required for all exterior remodeling, additions or construction that changes the dimension of the building. Forms are available at the city clerk's office. The project must be approved by the city council before work can begin.

* Source: Iowa Department of Economic Development, "Quick Community Reference," Nov. 1998

 

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